Key Responsibilities
IPO Readiness & Capital Markets
- Lead and drive finance-related IPO preparation activities for a potential U.S. listing.
- Develop and execute IPO financial readiness plans, ensuring alignment with listing requirements and regulatory timelines.
- Coordinate with investment banks, auditors, legal counsel, tax advisors, and regulatory consultants throughout the IPO process.
- Build and strengthen internal financial governance, reporting frameworks, and controls required for a public company.
Financial Regulatory & Compliance
- Act as the company's finance expert on U.S. and Singapore financial regulatory requirements.
- Establish and maintain financial compliance policies aligned with SEC, U.S. GAAP/IFRS (where applicable), and Singapore regulatory standards.
- Lead the preparation and review of finance-related regulatory filings and disclosures.
- Support legal and compliance teams in responding to financial regulatory reviews, audits, and due diligence requests.
Investment & Financing Support
- Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations for fundraising, mergers & acquisitions, strategic investments, and financing activities.
- Prepare financial models, valuation analysis, investor materials, and board presentations.
- Support negotiations with investors, financial institutions, and strategic partners.
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, auditors, legal advisors, regulators, investment banks, and other external stakeholders.
- Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership team on strategic financial initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Tax, Treasury, and Corporate Development teams.
Financial Governance & Advisory
- Establish best practices for financial governance and public-company readiness.
- Provide expert guidance on complex accounting, regulatory, and compliance matters.
- Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert on financial reporting, disclosure requirements, and evolving regulatory developments.
Requirements - Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline; CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification is highly preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive finance leadership experience.
- Candidates with U.S. IPO execution experience are strongly preferred.
- Candidates from publicly listed companies with direct involvement in IPO preparation or public company readiness will also be considered.
- Experience in capital raising, investor relations, or corporate finance is highly desirable.
